There is plenty of public land near Hillsboro. You have rocky fork, and paint creek right there. Public land can be a gold mine...if your smart about it. Do your homework, and get off the beaten path. I spent A TON of time in a local public spot a few years ago, and it paid off. I called in several coyotes, killing one. Unfortunately i had to learn some other lessons on the other ones. You have good ground around you. just take your time and walk it.